• September 3, 2024

Customers of Indian crypto exchange WazirX unlikely to recover full funds

Customers of WazirX, the Indian cryptocurrency exchange that suffered a $234 million hack in July, are unlikely to recover their funds in full through the ongoing restructuring process, a company legal adviser said on Monday. George Gwee, a director at restructuring firm Kroll working with WazirX, said that at least 43% of the money any customer had in WazirX is unlikely to be recovered. Last week, WazirX asked a Singapore High Court for six months' protection while it restructures its liabiliti

  • September 3, 2024

Tech may not be market leader through year-end: Strategist

The technology sector (XLK) has been a main driver of markets, but can this trend continue into a period of market uncertainty (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC)? Crossmark Global Investments chief market strategist Victoria Fernandez joins Morning Brief to discuss her outlook on why she believes tech is due for a downturn. Fernandez acknowledges that tech has been a leading force in markets. However, she advises investors to trim these positions as markets enter a clear period of uncertainty and potential volatility (^VIX). She doesn't believe that tech will continue to lead throughout 2024, stating, "I think you're gonna see some broadening out in some of those other sectors," highlighting areas like financials (XLF). For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Morning Brief. This post was written by Angel Smith

  • September 3, 2024

Crypto Firm Galois to Pay SEC Penalty Over Use of FTX Accounts

(Bloomberg) -- Crypto investment firm Galois Capital Management will pay a $225,000 fine over Securities and Exchange Commission allegations that it broke rules for safeguarding client assets, including holding some of them in accounts with now bankrupt exchange FTX.Most Read from BloombergHow Air Conditioning Took Over the American OfficeHong Kong’s Arts Hub Turns to Selling Land to Stay AfloatA Guide to Urban Swimming in Europe, Beyond the SeineThe SEC said Tuesday that in addition to breaking

  • September 3, 2024

Top ETF Stories of August

Despite tech volatility seen in early August, US stocks closed the month of August with gains as optimism grew around potential Fed rate cut.